Man, 2-year-old son hit by car in Flint while crossing West Court Street; son in serious condition

Flint police are investigating an accident where a father and his son were hit on West Court Street near Tacken Street. The accident happened Friday, Oct. 25, and left a 2-year-old boy in serious condition.Amanda Emery | MLive.com

FLINT, MI -- A man and his 2-year-old son were hit by a car Friday night as they were attempting to cross the street, according to a police report.

James Lee Liggens, 47 of Flint, and his 2-year-old son were crossing West Court Street near Tacken Street in front of the Lucky Star Food Market around 10:25 p.m. They were struck by a 60-year-old Flint man driving eastbound on Court Street.

The father and son were transported to Hurley Medical Center where Liggens was listed in good condition, and his son was listed in serious condition.

Speed does not appear to be a cause of the crash, but police said alcohol does appear to be a factor. The investigation is ongoing.